The Bridge Podcast: MFAN and rockITdata

Episode 7- Government Shutdown Response

In episode 7 of The Bridge, MFAN CEO, Shannon Razsadin, sat down with logistics and crisis response leaders Rebecca Grimes, Todd Avery, and Delia Johnson, to discuss how MFAN activated a nationwide emergency grocery response program and information campaign within days of the largest shutdown in American history. Shannon and this panel explore how corporate and non-profit partners can come together during crisis to serve military families and what comes next.

Episode 6: Advancing Military Family Well-Being: Technology, Leadership, and Leidos’ Commitment

In episode 6 of The Bridge, MFAN CEO, Shannon Razsadin, sat down with Liz Porter, the President of Leidos’ Health and Civil Sector, to discuss the interconnected challenges impacting military family health, how technology continues to improve access to resources, and the role of Leidos' commitment to innovation, leadership, and improving the lives of all military families. 
 
Military Family Advisory Network
Leidos
 
Produced by rockITdata

Episode 5: Employment

Episode 4: Hunger Action Month

In episode 4 of The Bridge – The Mission: Food Insecurity, MFAN CEO, Shannon Razsadin, sat down with changemakers from CDC Foundation, Chobani, Instacart, and US Foods. This Hunger Action Month, we’re digging into the persistent challenge of food insecurity for military families as well as partnerships and programs fueling innovative solutions for Hunger Action Month and beyond.
This episode features:
· Diane Kolack – Senior Program Officer - Hunger, Nutrition & Health Action Collaborative at CDC Foundation
· Nishant Roy – Chief Impact Officer at Chobani
· Laura Anderson – Director of Social Impact at Instacart
· Jenece Upton – Senior Manager of Community Affairs at US Foods
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Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN)
 
Produced by rockITdata

The Bridge Podcast Episode 3-The Mission: PCS Prep

The Bridge Podcast: A podcast on how leaders use data to make decisions in the military community.
For over a decade, Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN) research, coupled with our data-informed, collaborative, and agile programmatic response, has shaped the military family agenda and strengthened the ecosystem for those who serve and the families who stand beside them.  
Our podcasts are produced by rockITdata, a leading innovator in health data, AI, and technology solutions. 
 
🎧 Episode - The Mission: PCS Prep
In the latest episode of The Bridge – The Mission: PCS Prep, we dive into key issues for military families when it comes to Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves. Armed with research, MFAN CEO Shannon Razsadin will moderate a conversation on: 
 Impact of frequent military moves 
Accessing housing 
Living on or off base 
Featuring:
Erin Ward – Founder/Team Leader, HRVA Homes powered by Keller Williams 
 
For resources, visit:
Military Family Advisory Network

Episode 2- The Mission: Financial Wellness

The Bridge Podcast: A podcast on how leaders use data to make decisions in the military community.
For over a decade, Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN) research, coupled with our data-informed, collaborative, and agile programmatic response, has shaped the military family agenda and strengthened the ecosystem for those who serve and the families who stand beside them.  
Our podcasts are produced by rockITdata, a leading innovator in health data, AI, and technology solutions. 
 
🎧 Episode 2- The Mission: Financial Wellness
In the latest episode of The Bridge – The Mission: Financial Wellness, we cover key issues impacting military and veteran family finances. Armed with data, MFAN CEO Shannon Razsadin invites guest experts to discuss critical topics like the impact of frequent moves on finances, BAH, how to spot and report scams, where find resources, and much more.
Featuring:
George Earhart – Executive Director of the GoVA Foundation
David Evetts – President at the USAA Educational Foundation
Terri Miller – Consumer Education Specialist at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
For resources, visit:
GoVA Foundation
USAA Education Foundation
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
 

Pilot Episode- The Mission: Access to Care

The Bridge Podcast: A podcast on how leaders use data to make decisions in the military community.
For over a decade, Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN) research—coupled with our data-informed, collaborative, and agile programmatic response—has shaped the military family agenda and strengthened the ecosystem for those who serve and the families who stand beside them.  
Our podcasts are produced by rockITdata, a leading innovator in health data, AI, and technology solutions. 
🎧 Pilot Episode- The Mission: Access to Care
 We tackle the challenges of healthcare access for military families and discuss innovative solutions with industry leaders.
Featuring:
Shannon Razsadin – CEO, Military Family Advisory Network (host) 
Dr. Michael Malanoski - Deputy Director, Defense Health Agency 
Dr. Ron Moody - Chief Medical Officer at Accenture Federal Services
Dr. Alex Jahangir - Medical Director of Vanderbilt University’s Center for Trauma, Burn and Emergency Surgery 
For resources, visit:
Defense Health Agency (DHA)
TRICARE
MFAN
rockITdata
Stay tuned for inspiring stories, expert perspectives, and actionable takeaways. Let’s think differently, challenge the norm, and drive progress together!
🔹 Brought to you by MFAN & rockITdata 🔹